Marcian (AD 450 - 457) AV Solidus (4.45g, 20mm, 5h). Constantinople, 450-457 AD.
Obv: D N MARCIANVS P F AVG. Helmeted & cuirassed bust facing three-quarters right, holding spear & shield decorated with equestrian motif (horseman spearing fallen enemy).
Rev: VICTORIA AVGGG Z / CONOB in exergue. Victory standing left, holding cross; star in right field.
Ref: RIC 510; DOC 481.
Pedigree: Ex-Auctiones Gmbh Auction 34, Lot 136 (Bern, 22 February 2015)
Numis. Notes: Obv. Graffito (cross), light obv deposits.